dicyemida

/dɪˌsaɪˈimiːdə/

Definitions

1. noun

A small group of marine worm-like creatures, specifically a class of parasitic flatworms.

“The dicyemida are usually found inside the kidneys of certain marine animals.”

2. plural noun

A group of dicyemida organisms.

“The dicyemida in the sea urchin’s body were causing significant harm.”

Synonyms

  • flatworm
  • parasitic worm

Antonyms

  • free-living
  • non-parasitic